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2026 Mackerel Decision Falls Short for NL Harvesters

ST. JOHN’S, NL – FFAW-Unifor is calling for an urgent reconsideration of the 2026 mackerel management decision as federal oversight continues to fail commercial fish harvesters. The commercial mackerel fishery
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NOTICE OF NOMINATION AND ELECTION FOR INTERIM EXECUTIVE BOARD VACANCIES 

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Two seats on the Executive Board are currently vacant and as a result an interim nomination and election process will take place per the terms of the Constitution.  The nomination
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‼️📣FINAL CHANCE TO ENROL IN DISCOUNTED HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN – JUNE 30, 2026

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FFAW members are reminded that the Health Benefits Plan and Dental Plan are two separate offers, with separate enrolment processes, providers, deadlines, and contact information. Members interested in both health
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FFAW, PFHCB and NL-FHSA Launch the Fishing Industry New Entrants Initiative (FINEI)

The Fish, Food and Allied Workers Union (FFAW-Unifor) along with project partners the Professional Fish Harvesters Certification Board (PFHCB) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Fish Harvester Safety Association (NL-FHSA) are thrilled to announce the launch of the Fishing Industry New Entrants Initiative (FINEI).
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FFAW-Unifor Welcomes Minister Thompson’s Decision to Protect Inshore Access in Northern Cod Fishery

ST. JOHN’S, NL — FFAW-Unifor is welcoming today’s decision by Minister of Fisheries and Oceans Joanne Thompson to maintain fair access for inshore harvesters and plant workers in the 2026
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A Closer Look at Northern Cod: ACCESS

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Northern cod is assessed by DFO and managed as a single stock in NAFO division 2J3KL. The Total Allowable Catch (TAC) that is set each year is for 2J3KL. Different
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Dental and Health Benefit Discount Offer for Members

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DISCOUNTED HEALTH AND DENTAL BENEFITS FOR FFAW MEMBERS: SEPARATE DENTAL PLAN NOW AVAILABLE DENTAL PLAN: Due to the number of inquiries about dental coverage, Cal Legrow has secured a separate
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DISCOUNTED HEALTH INSURANCE OFFER FOR FFAW MEMBERS

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FFAW-Unifor is pleased to announce it has secured a special discounted offer on health insurance for all union members from Cal Legrow Insurance and Belmont Health and Wealth. No medical
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CAMPAIGN TO REMOVE THE DIVISOR FOR SEASONAL WORKERS: URGENT CHANGES NEEDED FOR 2026 EI CLAIMS

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FFAW-Unifor is calling on Minister Patty Hajdu to remove the divisor from EI benefit calculations for seasonal workers The contrast between divisors in St. John’s and Newfoundland and Labrador Regional
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FFAW Welcomes Increased Federal Investment in Small Craft Harbours

ST. JOHN’S, NL – The Fish, Food and Allied Workers Union (FFAW-Unifor) is commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to small craft harbours, following the release of
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